UPTOWN Magazine

03/02/2022

Disney’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Completely Breaks the 4th Wall

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World is a two-night experience that is a complete immersion in a saga taking place in a galaxy far, far away!

02/28/2022

Heard on the Street: Will Smith Explains Why Winning the SAG Award Was Emotional

King Richard star Will Smith said he saw parallels between his father, Willard Carroll Smith, Sr., and Richard Williams.

02/28/2022

Angela Bassett Says Support From Other Black Actresses Helped Her Build a Legacy

Angela Bassett says in the beginning of her career, "We were all struggling together, we were all trying to make a way out of no way — it wasn’t easy."

02/24/2022

Former Minneapolis police officers Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane were found guilty of violating George Floyd's civil rights by a federal jury in St. Paul, Minnesota, today.

Photo 2 from left to right: J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao

02/24/2022

Can Someone Else Play Madea? Tyler Perry Says, ‘No, Man, No’

Tyler Perry brought Madea out of retirement for the new film A Madea Homecoming, which focuses on her great-grandson's college graduation.

02/23/2022

What’s Really Going On? Did Wendy Williams Authorize Statement About Talk Show?

An Instagram story shared to Wendy Williams's new and verified account claims she didn't authorize a statement from spokesperson Howard Bragman. However, Bragman questions whether Williams wrote the post herself.

An Instagram story shared to Wendy Williams's new and verified account claims she didn't authorize a statement from spokesperson Howard Bragman.

02/23/2022

Floral Visionary Maurice Harris, St-Germain & Patrón Create Stunning Margaritas

Want a cocktail that stimulates all your senses? Look no further than these Patrón #margaritas with a St-Germain and Maurice Harris floral twist.

#margarita #NationalMargaritaDay #cocktails #cocktailrecipe #patrontequila #stgermain

Want a cocktail that stimulates all your senses? Look no further than these Patrón margaritas with a St-Germain and Maurice Harris floral twist.

02/22/2022

Heard on the Street: Wendy Williams May Return to TV After Medical Hiatus

Wendy Williams's spokesperson has released a statement following the news that Debmar-Mercury will not renew The Wendy Williams Show after this current season.

02/22/2022

A jury found all three white men who lynched Ahmaud Arbery — Travis McMichael, Gregory McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan — guilty on a federal hate crime charge. They were each charged in federal court with interference with rights, which is a hate crime, and attempted kidnapping.

02/21/2022

'The Sherri Shepherd Show' Is Expected to Replace 'The Wendy Williams Show'

Sherri Shepherd, who gave The Wendy Williams Show a ratings boost as guest host, has reportedly dethroned the queen of daytime TV.

02/21/2022

Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Kicks Off Centennial Celebration

Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Kicks Off Centennial Celebration

Learn how you can help The Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor celebrate its centennial.

02/17/2022

Find out what's next for Anthony Anderson, who was shot by Kwaku Alston for a recent UPTOWN magazine cover, after the hit sitcom #blackish ends its eight-season run: https://www.uptownmagazine.com/entertainment/anthony-anderson-fades-to-blackish

02/17/2022

CFPB’s Online Tool Helps Tenants & Landlords Apply for COVID-19 Rent Relief

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) online tool helps tenants and landlords apply for COVID-19 rent relief and assistance for utilities.

02/16/2022

Heard on the Street: Snoop Dogg on the Importance of His Inglewood Store

Snoop Dogg says his newly-opened boutique, Snoopy's Clothing, is one step towards revitalizing his hometown of Inglewood, California.

Edit: Snoop Dogg's hometown is actually Long Beach, California.

Snoop Dogg says his newly-opened boutique, Snoopy's Clothing, is one step towards revitalizing Inglewood, California.

02/16/2022

Rihanna Says Baby Won't Have a Choice But to Be Fly

Rihanna discusses a Fenty baby line, why she's excited for crop top season, the story behind the pink pregnancy reveal jacket, and more.

02/15/2022

Get the Look: Lacy Redway Styles the Hair for LaQuan Smith's NYFW FW ‘22 Show

For LaQuan Smith's NYFW FW '22 runway show, Unilever Global Stylist and celebrity hair artist Lacy Redway was inspired by the glamorous and chic women enjoying an après ski cocktail or hot cocoa in the 1970s and '80s. The sleek buns she coiffed and finished off with a high-gloss shine are a nod to the icy slopes.

#laquansmith #lacyredway #getthelook #hair #hairstyles #haircare #tresemme #blackhaircare

Find out how to recreate the sleek buns with a high-gloss shine that were a nod to icy ski slopes Lacy Redway created for LaQuan Smith's NYFW FW '22 show.

02/15/2022

Anthony Anderson covers the latest issue of UPTOWN magazine. In the accompanying cover story, Fade to 'black-ish', he reflects on a superb eight-season sitcom run and looks forward to more acting and his behind-the-camera marathon. Link: https://www.uptownmagazine.com/entertainment/anthony-anderson-fades-to-blackish

#anthonyanderson #blackish #lawandorder #uptownmagazine #magazine #magazinecover

02/10/2022

Whipshotting With Cardi B

Grammy Award-winning rapper Cardi B shares details on her 10 percent vodka-infused whipped cream, aptly called Whipshots.

02/10/2022

'UPTOWN' Wants Your Feedback

'UPTOWN' Wants Your Feedback

Fill out the brief UPTOWN survey and you will be entered into a sweepstakes where five (5) grand-prize winners will each receive a $100 gift card.

02/10/2022

Quick Pics: These '80s Hennessy Ads Are a Trip Back in Time

02/10/2022

The Funniest Reactions to Zendaya’s Madame Tussauds Wax Figure

Fans have received Euphoria star Zendaya's Madame Tussauds wax figure with mixed reviews. Here are the most hilarious tweets.

Photos: Madame Tussauds via Instagram

https://www.uptownmagazine.com/style/reactions-to-zendayas-madame-tussauds-wax-figure

02/09/2022

Nelly Apologizes to the Woman Who Appears in Leaked Oral Sex Video

Nelly’s team is investigating whether his Instagram was hacked after an uncensored video of him and an unidentified woman sharing a private moment was shared.

02/09/2022

What Gift Did Kevin Hart Prank Nick Cannon With?!

When discussing the prank gift, Nick Cannon said Kevin Hart "takes advantage of stuff that is not funny, what’s going on in my personal life.”

When discussing he prank gift, Nick Cannon said Kevin Hart "takes advantage of stuff that is not funny, what’s going on in my personal life.”

02/08/2022

Quick Pics: These '80s Hennessy Ads Are a Trip Back in Time

These '80s Hennessy ads are not only a trip back in time, but also provide a glimpse into what dating at the time was like.

02/08/2022

'UPTOWN' Wants Your Feedback

Fill out the brief UPTOWN survey and you will be entered into a sweepstakes where five (5) grand-prize winners will each receive a $100 gift card.

02/08/2022

Heard on the Street: Wearing Locs Helped Ava DuVernay Become More Herself

Director Ava DuVernay says wearing #locs demonstrates her "journey of becoming more myself" and discusses the recent cultural shift of accepting #Blackhair. #naturalhair #naturalhairjourney

Director Ava DuVernay says wearing locs demonstrates her "journey of becoming more myself" and discusses the recent cultural shift of accepting Black hair.

02/03/2022

Heard on the Street: Kelly Price Says Sister Tried to File Conservatorship on Her

Kelly Price, who was feared missing in 2021, said her sister almost "Britney Speared" her, referring to the infamous conservatorship the pop singer was under.

02/03/2022

Quick Pic: Rihanna Gives Better Glimpse At Baby Bump, Sparks Speculation

Could Rihanna be having a "gang" of babies with boyfriend A$AP Rocky?

02/03/2022

Get to Know Rapper Pap Chanel and Her Alter Egos

PAP Chanell is known for showcasing her lyrical diversity and versatility through her six alter egos or "Paponalities."

Pap Chanel is known for showcasing her lyrical diversity and versatility through her six alter egos or "Paponalities."

01/19/2022

One-time creative director and editor-at-large of Vogue and a true aristocratic fashion icon André Leon Talley died at age 73 at a White Plains, NY hospital on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022.

12/26/2021

When confirming the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said, “A man of extraordinary intellect, integrity and invincibility against the forces of apartheid, he was also tender and vulnerable in his compassion for those who had suffered oppression, injustice and violence under apartheid, and oppressed and downtrodden people around the world.”

12/23/2021

Kim Potter has been found guilty of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree manslaughter charges for fatally shooting Daunte Wright during a traffic-stop-turned-arrest on April 11, 2021.

12/17/2021

Editor’s Pick: Fresh Dolls and Positively Perfect Dolls Salute Essential Workers

The Fresh Dolls and Positively Perfect Dolls are celebrating essential workers and their sacrifices with new scrubs fashion packs.

12/17/2021

Heard on the Street: Nick Cannon Is Praying for Strength After Son’s Death

Nick Cannon opened up about how his faith is comforting him following the death of his 5-month-old son Zen Scott Cannon from a rare yet aggressive brain cancer

Nick Cannon opened up about how his faith is comforting him following the death of his 5-month-old son Zen Scott Cannon from a rare yet aggressive brain cancer.

12/16/2021

bell hooks, feminist, author, professor, and activist, died today at age 69 at her home in Berra, KY. Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and loved ones.